Social Policy Analyst

Kara E Wang

Kara is a high school student at Riverdale Country School in Bronx, New York. With a strong interest in public policy, public finance, and inequality, she is particularly focused on housing policy and the role of institutions in addressing economic inequities. She plans to pursue a career in business and law.

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Policy Briefs by the author

Addressing Recidivism and Inequality in the U.S. Prison System

Social Policy

March 28, 2026

This brief will analyze the debate around reforming the United States prison system, a developing conflict causing great discourse around the country. It will consider the history and tried policy of this phenomenon.

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Who Gets to Eat? SNAP, Work Requirements, & Food Insecurity

Social Policy

February 15, 2026

This brief analyzes food insecurity in the United States with an emphasis on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). It evaluates SNAP’s historical development, recent policy changes, and their implications for food security, employment, and public health.

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